roomy

adjective

ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio)
ˈru̇-
roomier; roomiest
Synonyms of roomynext
1
: having ample room : spacious
2
of a female mammal : having a large or well-proportioned body suited for breeding
roominess noun

Examples of roomy in a Sentence

a small car that's surprisingly roomy inside
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Sure, smaller styles like shoulder bags and crossbodies have their time and place, but the functionality and ease of wear of a roomy tote are irreplaceable. Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 16 Dec. 2025 And as the aggression and acceleration of hardcore migrated into metal, and into the roomier, boomier venues of the metal circuit, the pit got bigger. James Parker, The Atlantic, 16 Dec. 2025 Coach’s take on the bucket bag finds form in the Bleecker, a sleek yet roomy silhouette with adjustable straps for effortless shoulder wear. Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2025 Plus, the Comfy has a roomy hood that is deep enough to fit over ponytails and buns. Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 15 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for roomy

Word History

First Known Use

1581, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of roomy was in 1581

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“Roomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roomy. Accessed 19 Dec. 2025.

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roomy

adjective
ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio)
ˈru̇m-ē
roomier; roomiest
: having plenty of room
roominess noun

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